GRAN FORNO PRONTO
704 E LAS OLAS BLVD, Fort Lauderdale FL 33301
Last inspected Jul 16, 2026 · 11 visits since November 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between B and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Live, small flying insects found Approximately 3 small flying insects at pizza station - on display lights and pie holder. Operator exterminated flying insects and sanitized the area. Observed front door open. Operator closed front door.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
4 cases · $1,800
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2026003462 | Nov 7, 2025 | Feb 23, 2026 | $600 |
| 2--2025051086 | Jun 23, 2025 | Aug 7, 2025 | $800 |
| 2--2025004686 | Nov 14, 2024 | Feb 19, 2025 | $200 |
| 2--2021049138 | Sep 16, 2021 | Nov 19, 2021 | $200 |
Inspection history
11 visits, newest first
Jul 16, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 4 findings
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. At the pizza station, cooked potatoes (50F - Cold Holding). The potatoes have been out of refrigeration for less than 4 hours. The potatoes were returned to the refrigerator to chill and cold hold.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. At the pizza station, cooked potatoes (85F - Hot Holding). The potatoes have been hot holding for less than 4 hours. The potatoes are being reheated to 165F to hot hold
Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. At the front counter, Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 0ppm). The solution was corrected to 50ppm Chlorine
Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. Next to the office.
Jan 13, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Employee coughed, sneezed, used a handkerchief or disposable tissue then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Pizza maker used a disposable tissue then started handling raw dough without washing hands. The employee washed his hands
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In the reach in cooler, raw clams were stored over a bag of washed spinach. The clams were moved to another cooler.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Over the small double deck oven, the ceiling vents are soiled.
Nov 6, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 4 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Sanitizer buckets at front line both reading > 200ppm chlorine. Employee remade both to proper 100ppm chlorine.
No tag on/for original container of raw, in-shell clams/mussels/oysters. No tag for fresh clams in reach in freezer by pizza station. Per manager, clams received, washed, and immediately frozen on 10-29. Advised manager and employee to maintain and date mark tags going forward.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. CO2 tanks by end of bar not secured.
Employee drinking from an unenclosed beverage container in a food preparation/clean dishware area and the container does not have a dispensing mechanism to prevent hand contact with lip contact area of drink container. Employee at pizza station drinking from open cup of coffee.
Jun 24, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jun 23, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 11 violations recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Dishwasher (Chlorine less than 10ppm). Reviewed triple sink sanitizing. Advised operator to set up triple sink sanitizing.
Live, small flying insects found Approximately 3 small flying insects at pizza station - on display lights and pie holder. Operator exterminated flying insects and sanitized the area. Observed front door open. Operator closed front door.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Front counter - triple glass unit - ricotta (45-47F). Per operator item held in this unit overnight. Item not prepped or portioned today. Observed right side door not closing tightly. See stop sale.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Front counter - triple glass unit - ricotta (45-47F). Per operator item held in this unit overnight. Item not prepped or portioned today. Observed right side door not closing tightly. See stop sale.
Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine over 200ppm). Operator diluted. Chlorine 100ppm.
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Front counter milk opened over 24 hours ago. Operator date marked.
Establishment advertised fresh juice, but juice was not prepared from original fruit. Menu states, "Fresh Orange Juice" however juice is purchased through their purveyor.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on all equipment door handles and gaskets on front line.
Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Front counter - triple glass unit - ricotta (45-47F). Per operator item held in this unit overnight. Item not prepped or portioned today. Observed right side door not closing tightly.
Food stored on floor. Cases of water in plastic bottles stored on floor next to pizza station. Operator stored properly.
Outer openings not protected during operation and vermin and/or environmental cross contamination present. Air curtain at front door not operating. Per operator air curtain does not work.
Jan 13, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jan 13, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Front counter - middle flip top - Raw shrimp stored over ready-to-eat cooked pasta. Operator stored all items properly.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Pizza area - cooked potatoes (120-125F - Hot Holding). Per operator holding approximately 15 minutes. Operator voluntarily discarded.
Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Prep area - chlorine 0ppm. Operator added solution. Chlorine 100ppm.
Nov 15, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Pizza area flip top.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Water leaking under hand sink by dish machine.
Nov 14, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 11 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
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Employee cracked raw shell eggs and then handled clean utensils without washing hands. Reviewed proper hand washing and employee properly washed hands.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Front counter - triple glass door unit - marinara (57F); scampi sauce (60F); vodka sauce (60F); cream (61F); butter (59F). Per operator items held in unit overnight. No items prepped or portioned today. Observed glass door broken and doors not closing tightly. See stop sale.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Front counter - triple glass door unit - marinara (57F); scampi sauce (60F); vodka sauce (60F); cream (61F); butter (59F). Per operator items held in unit overnight. No items prepped or portioned today. Observed glass door broken and doors not closing tightly. See stop sale.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Front counter hand sink. Operator replaced.
Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. All cold holding units.
Employee drinking from an unenclosed beverage container in a food preparation area and the container does not have a dispensing mechanism to prevent hand contact with lip contact area of drink container. Operator removed.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Front counter. Operator stored properly.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Pizza area flip top.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Octopus thawing at room temperature. Operator moved to reach in to continue thawing.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Water leaking under hand sink by dish machine.
May 29, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
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Employee cracked raw shell eggs and then handled ready-to-eat food and/or clean equipment or utensils without washing hands. Observed employee crack eggs then handle clean plate and utensils wearing same gloves; no handwashing. Operator explained proper procedure.
Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Plan emailed to operator.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Operator provided.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Employee drinking from an unenclosed beverage container in a food preparation/clean dishware area and the container does not have a dispensing mechanism to prevent hand contact with lip contact area of drink container. Observed at microwave area. Operator removed drink from area.
Food stored on floor. Observed boxes of vegetables stored on the floor at back kitchen area. Operator moved.
Plumbing system in disrepair at back handwashing sink. Observed water dripping into pan from pipe under sink.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses throughout. Operator placed wet wipe cloths in sanitizer solution.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Oil. Operator labeled with common name.
Nov 7, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority3 Intermediate6 Basic
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Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Emailed poster to manager
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
Cloth used as a food-contact surface inside container with cheese in reach in cooler at front counter. Operator removed cloth
Equipment in poor repair. 1.Gasket torn or in disrepair in us refrigeration cooler in kitchen next to dish machine. 2. Gasket torn or in disrepair In reach in cooler in pizza station at front counter.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Utensils at 70 F standing water at front counter. Operator discarded water.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.Emailed poster to manager.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets in reach in coolers throughout establishment. Operator cleaned during inspection.
Working containers of food (oil)removed from original container not identified by common name at front counter. Operator labeled oil
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